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TWO YEARS AGO TODAY--- My life was forever changed when I became the newly crowned 2019 Utah Miss Amazing (Miss Queen). I am so grateful for the many unforgettable opportunities that I had with not only getting to participate in fun activities-- but serving in my community, making new friends, not to mention the chance of stretching myself in ways that I never imagined possible. I am grateful for the way it helped to build my self confidence and self esteem in a supportive environment-- which if ya ask me was nothing short of a dream come true!!!

Unforgettable Moment:

Presentation on my experience with the Utah Miss Amazing organization to a group of young women from Logan at their annual Girls Retreat in Park City. It was such a delight in more ways than one and being asked by one of the most incredible people ever, (who I prefer as like my second mom) made me feel incredibly lucky!!! I loved being able to educate all of those young women on something that came across to someone as an idea to give back to their community and then went on to make it grow into an absolute life changing program for girls and women with disabilities to prove to everyone, that they can do hard things.

Advocates As Leaders - Self Advocacy Speakers Network

I officially hit the four year mark with this fabulous group of people and have loved being able to share my messages of hope about what individuals with disabilities can do. I am grateful for the opportunities that have had to educate and train many people in the community about issues that affect people like me and wanting to make certain we have our voices heard. 

Surprise Picture (Brief Version)

Back in February of this year, I had selected the cutest valentine picture ever and due to the licensing I noticed was not gonna let me use their image unless I ended up buying it. To make a long story short-- there was another picture I came across and immediately thought of the individual who I could easily surprise with it :) I decided to send off the YLC Meeting agenda to everyone else (expect the person I am planning to surprise with the picture ten minutes before our meeting starts!!!) I am excited to know what the surprised look on their face will be once I see their reaction to this picture and let me tell you- it is nothing short of a dream come true!!! Please stay tuned for the update on when this actually in one way or another does happen and I hope it will be a moment to remember.